Hypoosmotic Swelling Test for Sperm Viability

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What is the principle behind exposing sperm to hypo osmotic fluid?

  • To increase sperm production
  • To differentiate between sperm and non-sperm cells
  • To cause swelling of the cytoplasmic space
  • To test for sperm viability based on intact cell membranes (correct)

What effect does hypo osmotic fluid have on nonviable sperm?

  • Leads to curling of the sperm tail
  • No effect is observed (correct)
  • Causes swelling of the cytoplasmic space
  • Induces rapid cell division

What could an increased number of erythrocytes in semen indicate?

  • Increased sperm motility
  • Normal male reproductive health
  • Reproductive tract infection (correct)
  • Higher sperm count

What does the presence of bacteria and protozoan in human semen indicate?

<p>Possible male reproductive tract infection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of leukocytes in semen samples?

<p>Presence indicates a reproductive tract infection if above certain levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is known to decrease sperm density?

<p>High intake of soya (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a peculiar shaking pattern in sperm, preventing penetration through cervical mucus?

<p>ASA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is known to affect all semen parameters according to the text?

<p>Alcohol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage range of clumping of spermatozoa indicates the presence of antisperm antibodies?

<p>&gt; 10% to 15% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do vaginal lubricants affect sperm motility?

<p>Decrease sperm motility (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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